1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1965 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1973 Buick Centurion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1965 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1101 kg more than 1965 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
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1973 Buick Centurion | 1965 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Centurion | Mustang |
Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2750 mm |